Acupuncture originated in China around 3,000 years ago. It remains one of the oldest and most widely used forms of therapy in the world, and in recent years it has also gained recognition within Western healthcare settings.

In very simple terms, Chinese Medicine views illness as the body being out of balance. By gently applying needles to precise points, acupuncture is thought to encourage the body’s natural responses to support balance and wellbeing.

This approach considers prevention and health in a holistic way, where physical, mental and emotional factors are seen as interconnected.

Points are chosen based on each individual’s needs, so two people with the same symptom, such as a headache, may receive different treatments, as the underlying patterns are considered to vary from person to person.

The needles used are extremely thin, sterile and single-use. They are generally left in for around 20 minutes. Many people do not feel the needle at all, while some may feel a mild pinch on insertion. During treatment it is common to feel very relaxed, and some people even fall asleep.

If you would like to learn more about acupuncture, please see the FAQs section.

Below are some examples of concerns for which people often choose acupuncture. The list is not exhaustive, and please feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss your particular situation.

• Feelings of anxiety, stress, low mood, and other emotional concerns
• Difficulty sleeping
• Breathing issues, such as asthma
• Rhinitis or sinus discomfort
• Urinary tract discomfort, such as cystitis
• Digestive issues (e.g. colitis, Crohn’s disease, IBS, abdominal pain)
• Musculoskeletal pain such as sciatica, frozen shoulder, back pain, sprains
• Headaches and migraines
• Arthritis
• Fertility support
• Pregnancy-related support (before, during and after pregnancy)
• Gynaecological issues, such as PCOS, painful periods, endometriosis
• Menopausal symptoms